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Highs, lows and everything in between for Mr and Mrs M as they navigate their journey to start a family through adoption. ... more
FAQs about The Adoption Diaries:How many episodes does The Adoption Diaries have?The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.
May 05, 202525 Still Waiting...but at least we know why now!In this episode Mrs M gives a mini-update to explain some of the delays. Get in touch at [email protected]...more7minPlay
April 23, 202524 Birth Family Meeting, CLA Review and an UpdateIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M share about their first meeting with birth family, unusually before the adoption order has been granted. They also share where they are in the legal process as well as about a CLA review that they hosted in their home. If you would like to get in touch to share your experience, ask questions or simply to say hi, email us at [email protected]...more44minPlay
April 23, 202523 Matching PanelIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M describe the medical advisor meeting that took place before matching panel, as well as all the paperwork that needed to be completed. They also share what happened on the day of matching panel itself, how they felt, and the outcome.We love to hear from our listeners. Get in touch at [email protected]...more43minPlay
March 04, 202523 Matching PanelIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M describe the medical advisor meeting that took place before matching panel, as well as all the paperwork that needed to be completed. They also share what happened on the day of matching panel itself, how they felt, and the outcome.We love to hear from our listeners. Get in touch at [email protected]...more43minPlay
January 14, 202522 First Birthday, First Christmas and Contact EndsIn this episode Mr and Mrs M share how Baby M's first birthday went, what they did to celebrate and things they needed to take into consideration. They then move on to share about how Christmas was very different from previous years, and things to consider if you are new adopters during the festive season. Lastly, they discuss the ending of contact between Baby M and his birth family, and what the plans are going forward for both direct and indirect contact. Please get in touch with your own stories, questions and comments - we love to hear from our listeners at [email protected] ...more44minPlay
December 17, 202421 The Final Court HearingIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M share about their meeting with the court appointed guardian for Baby M. They also share how they have been getting on during the week of the final court hearing, and the final outcome. Get in touch with us at [email protected]...more36minPlay
November 25, 202420 Interim Court Hearing, Adoption Toddler Group, Cocooning and Meeting the FamilyIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M share about a recent court hearing for Baby M's case. Due to the court hearing falling on a Tuesday, there was no contact that day which meant that Mrs M and Baby M attended our Local Authority's 'Adoption Toddler Group'. Mr and Mrs M also share about how they found cocooning, what it is, why do it and how it worked out for them. Plus, the lovely post-cocooning joy of introducing Baby M to family. Get in touch at [email protected]...more36minPlay
November 12, 202419 Settling In, Contact, Back to Work and Mental LoadIn this episode, Mr & Mrs M share how it has been to settle into life as a family of 3. This includes: Contact arrangements with birth parents and the intricacies that come with that. Mr M goes back to workAppointments, meetings and admin for EP carers Get in touch at [email protected]...more50minPlay
November 12, 2024Settling In, Contact, Back To Work & Mental LoadIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M give an update on how Baby M is settling in which includes: the intricacies of taking Baby M to contact, and having direct contact with Birth ParentsMr M's return to work, and the challenges and opportunities that has broughtLots of meetings, appointments and paperwork Get in touch at [email protected] ...more50minPlay
October 21, 202418 The Judge's DecisionIn this episode, Mr and Mrs M share the next part of their adoption journey, including the outcome of the court hearing. Did Baby M arrive home? Listen in and find out! We love hearing from you. Please get in touch at [email protected] ...more44minPlay
FAQs about The Adoption Diaries:How many episodes does The Adoption Diaries have?The podcast currently has 27 episodes available.